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rutin [′rüt·ən]
(organic chemistry) C27H32O16A hydroxyflavone glucorhamnoside derived from cowslip and other plants; yellow needles melting at 190°C; used to treat capillary disorders. Rutin (also quercetin-3-rutinoside), an organic compound of the flavonoid group. Its molecule is formed of the flavone quer-cetin and the disaccharide rutinose. Rutin is contained in tea leaves and the leaves of the common rue; it is also contained in buckwheat and other plants. The compound possesses vitamin activity; it regulates the permeability of the capillaries. Rutin is used as a medicinal preparation, often together with ascorbic acid. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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